Dr. Derek Simmons Named Superintendent Of Caroline County Schools

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The Caroline County Board of Education has chosen a new superintendent.Dr. Derek Simmons will take the position effective July 1st. Simmons has been serving as interim superintendent since March 2021.Board president Jim Newcomb said a stakeholder survey last fall provided overwhelming feedback showing a desire for an appointment that would represent institutional knowledge, consistency and…

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Caroline Co. Names Teacher Of The Year

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A Spanish language teacher is Caroline County Teacher of the Year.Mirta Valdes-Bradner received the honor during a surprise visit to her school from Interim Superintendent Dr. Derek Simmons, the board president and several other members – with students and staff also on hand.Valdes-Bradner started teaching with Caroline County Public Schools in 2003 and taught Exploratory…

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